For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 763 students in Bidwell, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in Bidwell, OH are River Valley Middle School and River Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bidwell, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Bidwell have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bidwell, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Valley Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8779 State Route 160
Bidwell, OH 45614
(740) 446-8399
Bidwell, OH 45614
(740) 446-8399
Gr: 6-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
River Valley High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8785 State Route 160
Bidwell, OH 45614
(740) 446-2926
Bidwell, OH 45614
(740) 446-2926
Gr: 9-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bidwell, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Bidwell, OH include River Valley Middle School and River Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Bidwell?
2 public schools are located in Bidwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Bidwell?
Bidwell public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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